1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-2 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-2 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3967 mm |
